The Government of Tripura, through the Tripura Forest Department, has officially released the Forest Guard & Forester Recruitment Notification 2026 on 28 April 2026 at its official website forest.tripura.gov.in. This recruitment drive offers a total of 271 vacancies, including 167 posts for Forest Guard and 104 posts for Forester (Group-C, Non-Gazetted).

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can submit their online applications from 1 May 2026 to 31 May 2026. Applicants must be between 18 to 40 years of age. For educational qualifications, candidates applying for the Forest Guard post must have passed Madhyamik (Class 10), while those applying for the Forester post must have completed Higher Secondary (+2 stage).

Interested candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the official notification to understand details such as post-wise vacancy distribution, eligibility requirements, physical standards, selection process, and application procedure before applying online.

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Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Particulars	Details
Organisation Name	Tripura Forest Department
Post Names	Forest Guard & Forester (Group-C, Non-Gazetted)
Total Vacancies	271 (Forest Guard – 167, Forester – 104)
Pay Scale	Forest Guard: Level-6 (₹5700–24000 + GP ₹2100)Forester: Level-7 (₹5700–24000 + GP ₹2200)
Application Mode	Online
Application Period	01 May 2026 to 31 May 2026 (up to 5:30 PM)
Official Website	https://forest.tripura.gov.in/

Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

Age Criteria: Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of 01 May 2026.

Age Relaxation: A relaxation of up to 5 years in the upper age limit is applicable for candidates belonging to SC/ST categories as well as for Government employees.

Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Start Date for Online Application	01 May 2026
Closing Date for Online Application	31 May 2026 (up to 5:30 PM)
Cut-off Date for Age Calculation	01 May 2026

Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Physical Standards & Physical Test

Candidates must be physically fit and in good health to be eligible for these posts. Persons with disabilities are not eligible to apply.

Minimum Physical Standards

Category	Minimum Height (cm)	Chest (Normal cm)	Chest Expansion (cm)
Male (UR & SC)	163	79	05
Male (ST)	152	79	05
Female (UR & SC)	150	74	05
Female (ST)	145	74	05

Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying Only)

Candidates must complete the following walking distance within 4 hours:

• Male Candidates: 25 km
• Female Candidates: 16 km

Only those candidates who successfully qualify in the Physical Efficiency Test will be considered for the next stages of the selection process.

Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility

Before submitting the application, candidates should carefully verify that they meet all the prescribed eligibility conditions. It is mandatory for applicants to hold a valid Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC).

Educational Qualifications

• Forest Guard: Must have passed Madhyamik (Class 10) or an equivalent examination.
• Forester: Must have completed Higher Secondary (+2 stage) or an equivalent qualification.

Desirable Qualification:
Working knowledge of Bengali or Kok-borok is preferred.

Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

Forest Guard Vacancy Distribution

Category	Number of Posts
UR (including Ex-Servicemen – 02)	80
SC	21
ST (including Ex-Servicemen – 01)	66
Total	167

Women Reservation (33% Horizontal) – Forest Guard:
UR: 27, SC: 07, ST: 22 (Total: 56 posts)

Forester Vacancy Distribution

Category	Number of Posts
UR (including Ex-Servicemen – 01)	39
SC	21
ST (including Ex-Servicemen – 01)	44
Total	104

Women Reservation (33% Horizontal) – Forester:
UR: 13, SC: 07, ST: 15 (Total: 35 posts)

Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – How To Apply

Applications are to be submitted only through the online mode via the official recruitment portal. Follow the steps below:

• Visit the official website: https://forestrecruitment.tripura.gov.in
• Complete the registration process and carefully fill out the online application form
• Upload all required documents and submit the application
• Download and keep a printout of the submitted form for future reference

Note: Candidates applying for both Forest Guard and Forester posts are required to appear for the Physical Test only once.

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Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process will consist of the following stages:

• Written Examination: 85% weightage
• Interview: 15% weightage

Candidates must secure the required cut-off marks in the written exam to be shortlisted for the interview. Final selection will be made only after confirming medical fitness.

Written Examination Pattern

For Forest Guard

• Mathematics – 20 marks
• English – 30 marks
• General Knowledge – 120 marks
• Interview – 30 marks

Note: Bengali/Kokborok is of qualifying nature, and candidates must score a minimum of 40%.

For Forester

• Mathematics – 20 marks
• English – 20 marks
• General Knowledge – 100 marks
• Science – 30 marks
• Interview – 30 marks

Note: Bengali/Kokborok is qualifying only, with a minimum requirement of 40% marks.

Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

• Applications will be accepted only in online mode; offline or physical submissions will not be considered.
• Applicants must possess a valid Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC).
• Female candidates are required to submit a self-declaration confirming they are not pregnant at the time of the Physical Test.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending any stage of the recruitment process.
• The number of vacancies may increase or decrease as per administrative requirements.
• Candidates applying for both Forest Guard and Forester posts need to appear for the Physical Test only once.
• For complete details on syllabus and selection guidelines, candidates should refer to the official notification and its annexures.

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Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for Tripura Forest Department Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 31 May 2026 (up to 5:30 PM). The application process begins on 01 May 2026, providing candidates sufficient time to register through the official portal. Applications will be accepted only in online mode, and no offline submissions will be entertained.

Q2. How many vacancies are available for Forest Guard and Forester posts?

A total of 271 vacancies have been announced. This includes 167 posts for Forest Guard and 104 posts for Forester, both under Group-C (Non-Gazetted). The vacancies are distributed across UR, SC, and ST categories, along with provisions for Ex-Servicemen. Additionally, 33% horizontal reservation for women is applicable in both posts.

Q3. What are the educational qualifications required?

• Forest Guard: Must have passed Madhyamik (Class 10) or an equivalent exam.
• Forester: Must have passed Higher Secondary (+2 stage) or equivalent.

Desirable: Knowledge of Bengali or Kok-borok is preferred. Candidates must possess the required qualifications on or before the closing date.

Q4. What is the age limit for applying?

Applicants must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of 01 May 2026. A relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit is provided to SC/ST candidates and Government employees. Candidates should ensure they meet the age criteria before applying.

Q5. Is the Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC) compulsory?

Yes, having a valid PRTC is mandatory. Only candidates who are bona fide residents of Tripura and possess this certificate are eligible to apply for these posts.

Q6. What are the required physical standards?

The physical requirements differ based on category and gender:

• Male (UR & SC): Height 163 cm, Chest 79 cm (normal) with 5 cm expansion
• Male (ST): Height 152 cm, Chest 79 cm (normal) with 5 cm expansion
• Female (UR & SC): Height 150 cm, Chest 74 cm (normal) with 5 cm expansion
• Female (ST): Height 145 cm, Chest 74 cm (normal) with 5 cm expansion

Candidates must be physically fit and in good health. Persons with disabilities are not eligible.

Q7. What is the Physical Efficiency Test (PET)?

The PET is qualifying in nature. Candidates must complete the following within 4 hours:

• Male: 25 km walk
• Female: 16 km walk

Only those who pass the PET will move to the next stage. Female candidates must also submit a declaration confirming they are not pregnant at the time of the test.

Q8. What is the selection process?

The selection process includes:

• Written Examination: 85% weightage
• Interview: 15% weightage

Candidates who clear the written exam cut-off will be shortlisted for the interview. Final selection is subject to medical fitness.

• Forest Guard Exam Pattern: Mathematics (20), English (30), General Knowledge (120)
• Forester Exam Pattern: Mathematics (20), English (20), General Knowledge (100), Science (30)

Note: Bengali/Kokborok is qualifying in nature for both posts, with a minimum requirement of 40% marks.